Trump administration’s Education Department cuts could open the door to increased waste, fraud, and abuse in US schools, experts warn – The Times of India
Protestors gather during a demonstration at the headquarters of the Department of Education, Friday, March 14, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo) The Trump administration's sweeping cuts to the US Department of Education are raising alarms over the potential rise in waste, fraud, and abuse across US schools. Critics argue that these reductions, which have slashed the department's workforce by half, will cripple the agency's ability to oversee educational institutions, putting students and federal funding at risk.In particular, experts warn that eliminating key offices and personnel who are responsible for investigating fraud and enforcing civil rights protections could create opportunities for predatory behavior. The administration's push for “efficiency” through these cuts may, in fact, leav...